Summary Statement
The incumbent reports to the Court Administrator and is responsible for the delivery of professional human resource services that support the business operations, mission and objectives of the Court of Chancery in the following human resource functions: Talent Acquisition, Classification, Compensation, Employee benefits, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Relations and/or Labor Relations. Work encompasses operations of all of the Court of Chancery statewide. Knowledge, discretion, consultation and independent judgment in applying human resource laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures to address a variety of human resource activities, challenges, issues and assignments. Work often involves review, evaluation, consultation, and recommendations of specific courses of action to be taken, through collaboration with employees, supervisors, managers, and others, and in compliance with human resource laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. Core human resource competencies utilized include human resource expertise, business acumen, consultation, critical evaluation, communication and relationship building. Employees must maintain confidentiality for all human resource related services.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed.
- Provides guidance, direction and recommendations to employees, management and others based on findings, rules, regulations, policies, guidelines and precedents that impact assigned area of human resources.
- Employee performs professional human resource work as a generalist for all human resource functions of one assigned Court.
- Applies, explains, and ensures compliance with state and federal human resource laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
- Analyzes inquiries, needs and challenges; assesses organizational impact; evaluates alternatives/options and makes recommendations.
- Explains and supports human resource related actions and recommendations.
- Reports workplace risk management issues to leadership (e.g., safety, health).
- Represents the Court at internal and external meetings, hearings, grievances, contract negotiations, presentations, proceedings and/or committees.
- Must effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
- Responsible for supervising staff.
- Researches, collects, analyzes and evaluates data and information from a variety of sources and documents findings in narrative and statistical reports.
- Utilizes automated human resources information systems or other computerized systems to research and report on data; may perform quality reviews of data in systems.
- Conducts special assignments and studies.
- Participates in interviews, meetings, conference calls and/or presentations.
- May calculate, resolve discrepancies and report on data for an agency’s payroll.
Job Requirements
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree or higher OR Four years of professional human resource experience OR Three years of professional human resource experience AND a Statewide Human Resource Certification or professional human resource certification.
- Three years’ experience in performing professional human resource work in support of a human resource function.
- Two years’ experience in interviewing employees, management or others to obtain facts, explore issues and identify courses of action.
- One year of experience in providing subject matter expertise to employees, management or others on inquiries and/or challenges in assigned human resource function(s).
- One year of experience in developing and evaluating human resource policies or procedures.
- Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
Additional Posting Information
Primary location is Leonard L. Williams Justice Center, 500 N. King Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 and statewide travel is required.
Conditions of Hire
- A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
- Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
Benefits
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.